Massachusetts’s law states a dog owner or keeper (usually the person in control of a dog) who causes injury or death to a person is strictly liable to the injured victim for the damages suffered by the victim.

This means that if you are attacked and bitten by a dog, you may recover money from the dog owner without having to prove anything other than: (1)you were injured by the dog, and (2) the dog was owned or being cared for by the person you are suing.

There are some exceptions written into the law. For example, if the dog bite victim was tormenting the dog, or was trespassing, he or she may not have legal recourse. These exceptions do not apply to children under the age of seven.

An attack by a dog can be traumatic and can result in very serious injuries, including scarring, disfigurement, and deep cuts to the face or limbs. Because the injuries can be so severe, it is important to immediately seek high quality medical care. You may need plastic surgery to minimize permanent scarring or disfigurement. All medical treatment should be completed before a demand for settlement is made to the dog owner or the dog owner's insurance company